What to Do When the Car Side Skirt is Dented?

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MacAllie
07/29/25 5:33pm
The solutions for a dented car side skirt are as follows: 1. First, determine the material of the side skirt—whether it is plastic or metal; 2. For metal materials: There is usually a granular coating on the surface. In this case, you need to take it to a repair shop for panel beating and repainting. 3. For plastic materials: If the dent is not severe, you can carefully tap it with a small hammer wrapped in a towel to restore its shape, as plastic materials have some elasticity; if the damage is significant, it should be taken to a professional mechanic for repair and repainting to restore its appearance.
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